Tag: Dangerous driving
UK motorists ignoring life-saving two-hour break Highway Code advice
New research shows the majority of motorists are unaware of the Highway Code's guidance on taking a break every two hours as many are eager to reach their destination quicker
Shocking number of Brits 'cannot identify foreign road signs when driving'
It can be hard to read up on all of the local laws when going on holidays, but road experts are urging Brits to learn the meanings behind local road signs to avoid accidents and fines
Items you shouldn't leave in car during heatwave – from sunglasses to bottled water
The UK has already experienced several heatwaves and warm spells this summer, and before the next one hits in the coming days, car owners are being urged to check the items they have stored in their vehicles
Drivers warned to never ignore 'sweet smell' as it could cost you £1,000 in repairs
A seemingly pleasant smell that seems to be coming from the air freshener - or even the car itself - could be a warning sign that something is wrong with a car
Drivers told they 'must' have one essential item stored in cars during August
Drivers are being warned about the importance of carrying a simple item in their car at all times - or they could face a hefty penalty
What to do when being tailgated - driving instructor shares how to prevent smash
Tailgating is not only annoying, it is also a safety hazard playing a part in one in eight accidents on major roads
Driving expert's clever trick to stop tailgaters without having to brake
Being tailgated is a regular occurrence and a dangerous one, but there is a simple solution to deal with it without causing a potentially fatal collision, according to a driving expert
Brits warned of £5,000 fine for making footwear mistake while driving
The RAC has warned that footwear can be a driving hazard over summer. The penalties can be as costly as they are severe so UK motorists must take care on the warning
Older drivers face £2,500 fine for breaking rules amid new crackdown on 'errors'
Elderly drivers may be impacted by a new campaign against driving errors, which focuses on encouraging drivers to declare illnesses or eyesight problems that can affect their driving
Common British driving habit could cost you £200
You've probably made this mistake a dozen times without ever realising it's illegal
Police go 'snooping' undercover to catch drivers in major crackdown
A seaside town in the south of England is at the centre of the crackdown from police, who are going undercover with motorists struggling to spot the disguised officers
Drivers can use 'zero fuel' with this little-known trick, claims expert
Fuel expert Gordon Wallis breaks down YouTuber 'MichDrivesCars' money-saving 'zero fuel' hack that saves your fuel and your pocket. The science comes down to a system found in most cars
Brits issued warning on pressing common button in their car as it can 'slow your brain down'
A doctor has urged caution when it comes to using a function inside your car that you probably don’t realise has the bizarre ability to impair your cognitive powers and can therefore poses a safety risk when driving
Speed you can drive before cameras catch you - but there's 'best advice'
The idea that you can safely exceed the speed limit by a certain amount is one of the most common myths in motoring
Drivers issued pedestrian warning as little-known rule risks £100 fines
UK motorists have been warned over a strict three-year-old Highway rule that still seems to be catching out swathes of unaware Brits, and could result in a hefty penalty